Noida, February 23: The impact of strong surface winds in Delhi-NCR is now clearly visible in the air quality index (AQI). After remaining in the orange and yellow categories for several days, some areas have now reached the green zone, providing relief to residents from pollution.
According to data from various monitoring stations associated with the Central Pollution Control Board, air quality in several areas of Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad has improved compared to previous readings. The AQI in the Lodhi Road area of Delhi was recorded at 99, which falls in the green category. Other areas such as Mandir Marg (136), Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium (154), IIT Delhi (164), ITO (173), and Sector-62 Noida (164) remained in the yellow category.
However, some locations still reported AQI levels in the orange category. Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 274, Bawana 267, Mundka 261, Jahangirpuri 253, and Loni Ghaziabad 284. Other areas like Indirapuram (237), Vasundhara (238), Ashok Vihar (236), Alipur (219), Chandni Chowk (204), CRRI Mathura Road (222), and Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range (217) also remained in the orange zone.
In Noida, AQI levels were recorded at 230 in Sector-125 and 197 in Sector-116. In Ghaziabad, Sanjay Nagar reported an AQI of 189, which falls in the yellow category. Overall, pollution levels in many areas remain between moderate and poor, but the strong winds have certainly improved the overall situation.
The weather department forecasts that the maximum temperature will hover around 30 degrees Celsius and the minimum will range between 13 to 15 degrees Celsius on February 23 and 24. Light mist conditions are expected on both days. On February 25, strong surface winds are anticipated, which may lead to further improvement in air quality.
Currently, no warnings have been issued. Experts suggest that if the wind speed continues, a further decline in pollution levels can be expected in the coming days. However, a gradual increase in maximum temperatures is being recorded, leading to a slight warmth during the day. Overall, the strong winds have provided residents of NCR with a chance to breathe easier.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
